By Jesupelumi Adesua & Ayomide Oguntade
The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has released a Public Health Advisory on its X page (formerly Twitter) regarding Hantavirus (a group of viruses carried by rodents that can cause severe disease in humans) on Saturday 9th, May, 2026.
The NCDC reports that there are no confirmed cases of Hantavirus in Nigeria. However, they have outlined possible symptoms, including fever, fatigue, body aches, headaches, stomach symptoms, and difficulty breathing in severe cases.
“Hantaviruses are viruses mainly carried by rodents. Humans can become infected through contact with infected rodents, their urine, droppings, saliva, or contaminated dust”.
This follows a press release from the World Health Organization (WHO) Director General, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, stating that the Hantavirus is not another COVID-19 and that the current public health risk from Hantavirus remains low.
NCDC advises to keep environment clean, prevent rodent infestation, store food properly, and dispose of waste safely. Avoid contact with rodents and their droppings, and practice regular hand hygiene.
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